Fire 7 tablet (16 GB, Denim, Ad-Supported) + Amazon Standing Case (Denim) + Screen Protector (2-Pack)

Bought this for a reason most people probably would not, but I purchased this to make it into a streamdeck for my Twitch account. Honestly, it works amazing. As the way it stands there are so many android apps (Free) that turn tablets into such great tools you cannot pass it up. It has multiple pages with multiple buttons that can do everything say an Elgato stream deck could do. It may not have the "physical" button feel, but this is much cheaper! It has worked through many streams and recordings. The buttons always work and you can even get into the "coding" side of making custom buttons for different things while streaming. All of this was just for streaming! Imagine the other uses it could be for the price! The screen size is big enough where the buttons are large enough to see and read. The screen is clear enough for me to see the buttons from even far away (other side of the room). The touch screen has not lost any responsiveness and the battery life is fantastic. If I do not crank the brightness to 100 this has lasted me multiple full-length streams. P.S I got a tablet stand for it. It's amazin.

Durable lasts longer than a anazon tablet still using it just added soace and a case and it works good as new

I see a lot of the reviews here are parents buying this for a child under 12 and just to get it out of the way I agree this tablet would be perfect for a little kid, it's very basic and has great parental controls. However if you are not a parent and are just looking for a tablet, maybe because you wanna watch movies or do some light gaming on something that's not your phone, then keep in mind what I said about this being a very basic tablet. While the tablet is technically Android OS, it has its own Amazon app store. Almost like if your FireTV was a tablet. This appstore doesn't contain a YouTube app so you can't watch movies on YouTube though this Appstore does have most streaming services Like Disney Plus and Netflix, even Crunchyroll as downloadable apps. This isn't as big of an issue if you mostly use streaming services anyway. I just thought the lack of a YouTube app didn't make sense and was mildly annoying. As for the light gaming you DO have access to Luna, Amazon's cloud gaming service, so you can play Fortnite, and there's also Minecraft and Roblox in the Appstore itself. But no Teamfight Tactics unfortunatly. From the beginning, before even buying the tablet, you can choose to recieve locksceen ads from Amazon in exchange for selling you the tablet at a cheaper price and then get rid of the ads later for $15, OR you can choose to pay a higher price for the tablet in the first place and not have the lockscreen ads at all. Though it’s not the greatest tablet in existence, its capabilities and hardy battery life far exceed my expectations for its generous price, and it perfectly fits the needs of the minimalist looking for a slightly-bigger-than-your-phone-not-too-big-though screen to watch movies or their favorite series on, maybe listen to music, read a book, have the book be read to you, send or receive some emails, even get away with playing a few half decent games.

The Amazon Fire 7 tablet has good and bad points, but for the price, it’s hard to complain too much. The biggest downside is definitely the sluggish performance; apps take a while to open, and navigating the tablet can feel slow, especially if you’re used to faster devices. On top of that, I’ve noticed the user interface actually gets a little worse with each update, becoming less intuitive and more cluttered over time. That said, there are a lot of positives. It’s lightweight, easy to toss in a bag, and the battery life is impressive. I mainly use it for reading ebooks, listening to audiobooks, and watching downloaded videos, and it handles those basic tasks just fine. For more demanding apps or web browsing, it wouldn’t be my first choice, but if you’re looking for something affordable for reading and light media use, the Fire 7 is a solid option.

I snagged this latest 12 th gen 7” fire tablet at one of amazons sales $39 in late 2023. The latest chip and 2 gigs RAM makes a real difference compared to a 7” fire I had a couple or so years ago. Last one was basically useless, slow, crashed, and the book reader could not even smoothly do page curl turns. BUT THIS ONE IS DIFFERENT. IF YOU ARE A BOOK READER I ASSURE YOU THERE’S A LOT TO LOVE HERE. (and see one more surprising positive below in my update). The kindle app is flawless and almost snappy on this device. Page turning page curls are smooth and totally free of stutter or lock up like the earlier generation. It has a LOT of nits of brightness - surprisingly VERY bright even for my somewhat older eyes. Making text a bit larger is great (if your vision can use that help) and the screen resolution is totally fine for reading text, no issues at all even though it seemed like it’s a bit lower resolution in its specs. I leave it full brightness and still the battery lasts forever. Given a choice of the e-ink kindle costing much more, and this tablet (I have both) this little 7” fire tablet is FAR SUPERIOR FOR BOOK READING THAN THE e-ink tablet: it is more responsive, agile in changing text size, and lots of nits of brightness for easy reading. If you buy it ONLY as a dedicated book reader, and especially if you get the $39 price - it’s a steal and an incredibly under recognized useful budget reading tablet. Scale of 1-10 as a book reader I give it a 10. No question. More pros: surprisingly solid feel, no bending or creaking- really feels solid in the hand. Not too heavy but it’s not like so paper light that it feels flimsy. I recommend you get a case however cheap, because it is a little slippery to hold. Current OS on it is reasonably responsive and has not once ever crashed. Ok now some practical comparisons. As a tablet it is maybe a 4 on that same scale of 1 to 10: it is not super fast opening apps, the selection of fire available apps is poor, and you should accept that this is not a high end android or apple tablet. Yet, several streaming apps work flawlessly and you can watch media on it but the screen is a little washed out on color and lower resolution when your eyes compare to a high end tablet, or iPhone or 4k TV. The silk browser does work, just not super fast. The USB C charging port (!) was a splendid surprise, and the files app built into the OS let’s you surf a USB flash drive you can plus into that USB port which is surprising and kind of really cool FOR A THIRTY NINE DOLLAR TABLET! I did find that USB 3.0 maybe 3.1 works plugged into the USB C port but not USB 3.2. Last note: it has a standard headphone jack. Streaming audio including Spotify through headphones gives very very good sound. Shockingly the OS is sophisticated enough that you can plug a USB C to 3.5 mm female headphone adapter and plug headphones into that and it DOES stream the sound that way to headphones too. Sound quality seems identical either way. Portable, fun, great book reader, quite competent on card game apps and streaming apps including Netflix, Amazon prime, HULU, Disney, other free streamers like Crackle and Pluto and more; long lasting battery life, quite solid, lots of fun and so budget priced that if these capabilities sound appealing just buy the thing you will love it. Great toy to add to the small electronics fun gadgets in our lives. Update 11 22 23: one more positive to note: surprising but absolutely true: just discovered that Facebook's Messenger app will handle video calling and the result is extremely good - even shockingly good; sharp image, no dropped frames, perfect clean sound quality. Years ago it would have been impossible to imagine an inexpensive tablet gadget that could do video calls like that; yet, here we are. Outstanding!

Just received and so far quite happy with the speed and performance, time will tell on the supposed longer battery life than our original Fire 7 it replaced. We were surprised to find the battery was totally discharged when we received it and would not even turn on without charging. Charging DOES still take 4 hours just like the old unit, a little inconvenient in this age of fast charging but even with a higher wattage charger it only shortens that time slightly (from what we've read). Our original was from 2012 and was setup more as an e-reader that could go online. This one is a tiny tablet that happens to have the Kindle e-reader app installed. We'll see how much we can customize our library to make it feel more familiar. Given the price was 1/2 that of a new Kindle paperwhite I think we'd choose this one again in a heartbeat if it works as well as our original Fire 7 that lasted 13 years!

The Amazon Fire 7 Tablet is a versatile and affordable device that opens up a world of entertainment, information, and productivity. With its compact size, vibrant display, and extensive content ecosystem, this tablet is the perfect companion for on-the-go entertainment and everyday tasks. The standout feature of the Amazon Fire 7 Tablet is its portability. With a 7-inch display and a slim profile, it easily fits into your bag or pocket, allowing you to take it with you wherever you go. Whether you're traveling, commuting, or simply relaxing at home, this tablet provides convenient access to a wide range of digital content. The vibrant 7-inch IPS display offers vivid colors and sharp details, making movies, TV shows, and e-books come to life. Whether you're streaming your favorite shows, reading e-books, or browsing the web, the display delivers an immersive visual experience. The tablet also features front and rear cameras, enabling you to capture photos and videos or engage in video calls with friends and family. The Amazon Fire 7 Tablet provides access to a vast content ecosystem, including thousands of apps, games, e-books, and more. With the Amazon Appstore, you can explore a wide range of apps and games tailored for the Fire tablet. The tablet also offers seamless integration with Amazon services, such as Prime Video, Prime Music, and Kindle Unlimited, allowing you to access a wealth of entertainment options with ease. The tablet is powered by a quad-core processor and 1GB of RAM, ensuring smooth performance for everyday tasks and app usage. Whether you're checking emails, browsing social media, or multitasking between different apps, the tablet handles it all without lag or slowdowns. The expandable storage option allows you to add a microSD card, providing extra space for your apps, media files, and documents. The Amazon Fire 7 Tablet features Alexa, Amazon's virtual assistant, built-in. With just a voice command, you can ask Alexa to play music, provide weather updates, answer questions, and control smart home devices. This hands-free functionality adds convenience and further enhances your overall tablet experience. Battery life is impressive, with the tablet offering up to 7 hours of mixed-use battery life on a single charge. This allows you to enjoy extended browsing sessions, movie marathons, or reading sessions without worrying about running out of power. The USB port ensures easy and convenient charging, whether you're using the included charger or connecting it to your computer or a compatible power bank. In conclusion, the Amazon Fire 7 Tablet is a compact and feature-rich device that offers a wide range of entertainment, productivity, and connectivity options. Its portability, vibrant display, extensive content ecosystem, and affordable price point make it an excellent choice for casual users, travelers, and those seeking an affordable tablet experience. Whether you're consuming media, staying connected, or tackling everyday tasks, the Amazon Fire 7 Tablet brings the world to your fingertips in a convenient and accessible way.

First, I want to give a shout out to Dyle, the Amazon customer service representative, who patiently and valiantly tried to help me with the issues I'm having with my new Kindle Fire 7. He is phenomenal, and I'd give him 100 stars if I could. Unfortunately, the overall rating is 1 (and I wish I could give it something lower) due to Amazon's product, and the very weak warranty period surrounding it. I bought my first Kindle Fire 7 in 2013, and have absolutely loved it. I used it everyday, primarily borrowing books from my local library. The interface between the library and Amazon worked perfectly, and I downloaded over 1000 books during that time, all downloaded to my Kindle Fire successfully. I decided this past August that I should get a new Kindle Fire 7, as the charging of my old one was getting slower and slower. Big mistake on my part - I should have on to the old one. Everything started out fine with the new Kindle Fire 7. I continued my usual routine of getting books from my library, and they successfully downloaded to the new Kindle. After about 6 weeks (halfway through the meager 90-day warranty period), the downloading function stopped working. I got an error message saying that Amazon was working on the issue, and to try again later. After about a week of continuing error messages, I thought I should contact customer support. Well over an hour later with the representative, all I was told was that it must be an error at my library. The error message indicating that Amazon was working on the problem certainly seemed bogus. With the customer service rep, I was able to successfully download library books from my PC and my iPhone to the new Kindle. So the rep also added that I should just use my PC or iPhone to download books. Not a good answer, Amazon. I bought the Kindle Fire 7 specifically for the functionality which allows me to, with only the Kindle, take out books from the library and download them. And, obviously, the Kindle had proven that this technology should work, until 6 weeks into my ownership of the new Kindle. I wound up speaking with an Amazon supervisor, who acknowledged that the issue was on the Amazon side. She indicated she would open a case with Amazon's Software Engineering Department in order to resolve the issue. She also indicated that I would be contacted by Amazon in about a week with a resolution. I asked if I could call in, concerned that I may not get a call back. I was told that I could not call Software Engineering. This was not unexpected, I just wanted to talk with someone in Customer Service who would be able to tell me the status of my issue. The supervisor said she would document this situation in detail in my account record, so if I did call in, I should be able to get a quick response. Fast forward 10 days, I still haven't heard from Amazon, and my warranty period is quickly ticking away. I called in, and got the wonderful Dyle to help me. (I did not put him on the spot, but it seemed apparent to me that the supervisor I had spoken to previously did not document the issue, or at least not sufficiently for someone else to be able to follow). Dyle tried a number of troubleshooting ideas that neither of the first two representatives tried. Unfortunately, none were successful, and through consultation with someone else at Amazon (I assume his supervisor), they said I needed to send my Kindle back and they would attempt to repair, or else send me a new one. I asked if the warranty period starts fresh with the repaired/new Kindle, and was told that it did not. So, in the time I waited, seeing if Amazon's error message was accurate (indicating they were working to resolve the issue), calling into Customer Service and waiting 10 days with no response from them, then sending my Kindle in for repair/replacement, I estimate I have lost about 30% of the already skimpy 90 day warranty period. This is just not right. The issue with the Kindle did not occur until owning it for 6 weeks. If the same pattern repeats itself, I will be well beyond the warranty period when the issue occurs, and then I will just have thrown my money away on this Kindle. Dyle (and his supervisor?), understanding my concern, offered a partial refund if I just wanted to return the Kindle. Why partial though, Amazon? It's been acknowledged that the issue is with the Kindle. Why should I have to pay anything if you send me a defective Kindle? Very bad business model. Not a good way at all to treat your customers. I cannot recommend this product.